On this episode of NIGHTTIME BENDERS host Julia Reed Nichols is joined by comedians Katy Ipock and Jason Leonardo for a hilarious, wide-ranging conversation spanning cult-like environments, Rodeos, fat bear week, and the funny side of everyday human behavior. Plus, Tacoma-based comedian Jaci Terjeson shares her journey from growing up on stage to stand-up comedy, including her creative process, balancing motherhood and performing, and advice […]
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LISTEN: Bend Into Balance: Kevin Kraft🎧
Founder of Soundshala and Bend to Balance
Kevin Kraft is a multidisciplinary wellness practitioner, musician, and author dedicated to fostering holistic well-being through sound, vibration and mindfulness. He is the founder of Soundshala (www.soundshala.com), an integrative wellness platform offering a unique curriculum that blends Kriya Yoga, music, meditation, journaling, breathwork, and sound therapy to promote mental clarity, emotional resilience, and inner balance. Kevin […]
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LISTEN: Bend Don’t Break: Dave Flier🎧
Creator of The Rockin’ Dave Experience
In this episode host Aaron Switzer sits down with Dave Flier, Creator of The Rockin’ Dave Experience. Known to many in Central Oregon as Rockin’ Dave, Flier is a Midwest raised culinary school graduate and the former owner and operator of Rockin’ Dave’s Bistro and Backstage Lounge. He shares the story of his journey from […]
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LISTEN: Nighttime Benders: LIVE 🎧
Julia Reed Nichols hosts Nighttime Benders live at Silver Moon Brewing, turning audience-submitted topics into an unpredictable night of comedy. Alongside Katy Ipock and Laura B. Wright, the comics riffs on everything from pumpkin spice and Fall Favorites to Bend roundabouts, dating, bodily functions, and the strange realities of Central Oregon life. With plenty of […]
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LISTEN: Bend Into Balance: Ben Dullum🎧
Physical Therapist and Ultramarathon Runner
Ben Dullum is a physical therapist and local outdoor enthusiast. Originally from Minnesota, he has been living in Bend for over 10 years where he works at the local hospital in the ICU and also at a breathing focused outpatient clinic, Academy West Breathing Performance. When not working, you will find Ben skate skiing when […]
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LISTEN: Bend Don’t Break: Selin Sevinç🎧
Bend Film Festival Programming Director
Aaron sits down with Selin Sevinç, Managing Director of Programming and Artistic Vision at the Bend Film Festival, for a special festival edition of Bend Don’t Break. Selin shares what goes into building the festival, highlights this year’s featured filmmakers, discusses new and returning venues, and offers a preview of the films, documentaries, shorts, and […]
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LISTEN: Nighttime Benders: Anthony Poponi 🎧
Anthony Poponi joins Julia Reed Nichols for a conversation about why real fulfillment comes from something deeper: the contentment, creativity, and community we build while doing work that actually matters. On this episode of Nighttime Benders, Anthony shares insights from his unique journey as a comedy producer, performer, author, and positive psychology practitioner. Together, he and Julia explore everything […]
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LISTEN: Bend Into Balance: Christopher Russell & Kristofer McAllister🎧
Practitioners from Elevation Family Health
Christopher Russell, PA-C, is the co-founder and owner of Elevation Family Health in his hometown of Bend, Oregon. With over 25 years in healthcare, including eight years as a medical director, Chris brings extensive experience in internal, family, and community medicine. He is passionate about making healthcare more personal and helping patients find wholeness in […]
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LISTEN: Nighttime Benders: Andy Hendrickson 🎧
Join comedians Brian Keister, Julia Reed Nichols, and a special guest as they dive into the vibrant and ever-evolving comedy scene in Bend, Oregon. From Bend’s Gang of E-Bike Teens to the age-old debate of clean versus dirty comedy, the crew explores how local culture, community, and changing audiences shape what makes people laugh. The conversation also […]
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LISTEN: Bend Don’t Break: Sarah Peterson🎧
Founder and Executive Director of Clear Morning
In this episode host Aaron Switzer sits down with Sarah Peterson, Founder and Executive Director of Clear Morning. Sarah is a licensed clinical social worker, therapist, educator, podcaster, and longtime Central Oregon resident whose work focuses on grief, self awareness, relationships, and healing after loss. She shares the story behind Clear Morning, a Bend based […]
